Episode 188: The Social Thermostat – The Unseen Cost of Bullying

The bruises may fade, but the exhaustion of pretending to be “okay” often lingers. Bullying leaves behind an invisible weight — the constant emotional labour of adjusting yourself to feel safe, accepted, or unnoticed. This quiet strain, often unspoken, takes a serious toll on mental well-being.In this episode of RealiTEA Podcast, hosts Kamila, Hajar, Ernie, and Adam speak with Nabilah Burhanuddin, Lead Clinical Psychologist at Sage Centre, to unpack the idea of the “social thermostat” — the unseen coping mechanisms victims adopt to survive. Anchored in SDG 3.4 (Good Health and Well-Being), the conversation explores the hidden cost of bullying, the emotional void it creates, and how reclaiming your story can be a powerful step towards healing.#RealiTEAPodcast #EndBullying #CycleBreakers #SDG3 #MentalHealthMatters #YouthWellbeing #SafeSpacesWe’re on socials!Twitter: @realiteapodcas1TikTok: @realiteaktok